Motor control exercises after lumbar spine surgery
The Effect of Supervised Motor Control Exercise Program on Pain, Disability, Kinesiophobia, Proprioception and Function After Lumbar Spinal Decompression Surgery
This study tests if adding motor control exercises to regular rehab helps people recover better after lumbar spine surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Muğla, Fethiye) |
| Trial ID | NCT06014632 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a motor control exercise program for patients who have undergone lumbar decompression surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a control group, receiving standard rehabilitation care, or a study group, which will include additional motor control exercises. Both groups will be assessed at baseline and after 12 weeks of treatment to determine improvements in recovery and function. The interventions will take place in a clinical setting, with sessions held twice a week for three months.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 who have undergone lumbar decompression surgery without fusion and can participate in follow-up evaluations.
Not a fit: Patients with previous spinal fusion surgery, malignancies, or other orthopedic or neurological issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance recovery and functional outcomes for patients after lumbar spine surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While similar rehabilitation approaches have shown promise, this specific combination of interventions is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * To have undergone lumbar decompression surgery without fusion and 3 months have passed, to participate in all necessary follow-up evaluations and treatment sessions * To be between the ages of 18-65, to be able to understand simple commands and to have signed the consent form Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of a previous spinal fusion surgery, presence of malignancy * Having undergone spine surgery before * Have any other orthopedic or neurological problem that may affect treatment and assessments * Situations that may interfere with communication * Lack of cooperation during the study and refusal to participate in the study
Where this trial is running
Muğla, Fethiye
- Fethiye State Hospital — Muğla, Fethiye, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Fatih Özden, PhD — Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University
- Study coordinator: Fatih Özden, PhD
- Email: fatihozden@mu.edu.tr
- Phone: 543 433 4593
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.